Social Media Manager

Dentsu Aegis Network; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing agency is seeking a dynamic Social Media Manager in Sandton. The role involves developing and executing social media strategies, engaging communities, and analyzing performance metrics to elevate brand presence. Ideal candidates will have 4-5 years of experience and a creative, analytical mindset. This position is offered as a fixed-term contract.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of experience in social media management or digital marketing.
• Experience in creating social media strategies and content plans.
• Proven track record in reporting and analyzing campaign performance.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute social media strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Develop tactical plans and content calendars.
• Engage with communities to build brand connections.

Skills

Social media platforms understanding

Tactical planning

Social media analytics

Creative thinking

Collaboration

Cultural awareness

Job description

We are looking for a dynamic Social Media Manager to join our team. This individual will play a key role in developing, executing, and managing social media strategies that grow our brand presence, drive engagement, and deliver measurable results. The ideal candidate is both creative and analytical, with a strong understanding of how social media fits into the broader marketing ecosystem.

Job Description:

This is a 2 months Fixed-Term contract.

Key responsibilities:

• Strategy Development:
  • Create and execute basic social media strategies aligned to business and campaign objectives.
  • Translate strategy into clear, actionable plans across platforms.
• Content & Campaign Planning:
  • Develop tactical social media plans and content calendars.
  • Ensure content is engaging, trend-aware, and adapted for various formats (static, video, stories, reels, etc.).
  • Collaborate with creative, strategy, design, and influencer teams to deliver cohesive campaigns.
• Community & Trends:
  • Keep an “ear on the ground” by identifying emerging trends, conversations, and cultural moments relevant to our audience.
  • Engage with communities to build authentic brand connections.
• Reporting & Analytics:
  • Track, analyze, and report on performance metrics to measure success and optimize future campaigns.
  • Provide actionable insights to improve engagement, reach, and ROI.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of social media platforms, formats, and best practices.
• Ability to create and manage tactical plans that connect strategy to execution.
• Proficient in social media analytics and reporting tools.
• Creative thinker with an eye for engaging content and storytelling.
• Highly collaborative, able to work across teams (creative, design, influencer, and strategy).
• Trend-savvy and culturally aware.

Qualifications & Experience

• 4-5 years of experience in social media management, digital marketing, or related roles.
• Demonstrated experience in creating social media strategies and content plans.
• Proven track record in reporting and analyzing campaign performance.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams within a fast-paced environment.

Location:

Sandton

Brand:

Dentsu Creative

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Fixed Term Contract (Fixed Term)